Hollick 2005 Hollaia

This is Coonawarra winery Hollick's excellent take on SuperTuscans. A blend of sangiovese and cabernet sauvignon, it has lovely sweet/savoury aromas and is beautifully structured with attractive fruit and soft tannins. A terrific food wine. $24.

Cargo Road 2008 Sauvignon Blanc

The Orange region is well suited to producing beautifully balanced sauvignons blanc. This is neither too herbaceous, or overloaded with tropical fruit. There are some nice crisp apple flavours, citrus, gooseberry and zingy acid. $22.

De Bortoli 2006 Noble One

De Bortoli have have inspired a legion of imitators but this remains the standout stickie in Australia; a stylish botrytis semillon with intense aromas and a rich, luscious palate oozing with stone fruit and citrus flavours. Great with blue cheese. $30.

Kumeu River 2006 Hunting Hill Chardonnay

This New Zealand winery makes oustanding chardonnays at a range of price points, but this indivdual vineyard wine is absolutely brilliant with lovely balance and great acidity. Powerful but elegant, this would be superb with a roast leg of pork. $58.

Lindemans 2008 Early Harvest Crisp Dry White

Most low-alcohol beers are crap, as have been most low-alcohol, lower-calorie wines - until now. With just 8.5% alcohol, this is crisp, refreshing and quaffable. The 07s were questionable; this is a real improvement. Prepare to be surprised. $14.

Tim Adams 2008 Pinot Gris

In a sea of lightweight pinot gris, this is a welcome exception; a wine of style and substance. Lovely stone/tropical fruit flavours, plenty of lemony zest and just a hint of fruit sweetness with a zingy dry finish. Fabulous with spicy foods. $24.

Yering Station 2006 Pinot Noir

Wow! This is sensational value for money given the prices several less worthy pinots are fetching. You'll find dark cherry and plum aromas with some eathiness on the nose and a soft, silky palate with hints of mushrooms and spice. Gorgeous. $25.